In an interview with Astitva Tripathi, Fatema Alawadhi shared her experiences and insights as a prominent fashion influencer and content creator.
When discussing her experience shooting with Vogue Arabia, she said, “Shooting with Vogue Arabia was incredible. The team was professional, and their creative direction was inspiring. The shoot was both challenging and exciting, and the end result exceeded my expectations. It was a highlight of my career and a testament to dedication and collaboration.”
When asked about how many fashion weeks has she attended, she said, “Since 2016, I’ve had the opportunity to attend several fashion weeks around the world, including New York, Paris and Milan. Each event has been a unique and enriching experience.”
Recalling her time at New York Fashion Week, she stated, “Attending New York Fashion Week with Tory Burch was an amazing experience. The show was dynamic and the environment was buzzing with energy. It was an unforgettable week of fashion and inspiration.”
To keep up with the latest fashion trends, Fatema follows fashion shows, industry publications, and influencers on social media. She explained, “I stay updated with the latest fashion trends by following fashion shows, industry publications, and influencers on social media. I also attend fashion events and keep an eye on emerging designers. To incorporate trends into my style, I blend them with my personal taste, mixing trend-driven pieces with timeless staples to create a unique look that feels authentic to me.”
Fatema advised those looking to start a career in fashion and beauty influencing to, “Focus on creating compelling content, networking with industry professionals, staying informed about trends, and remaining authentic in your approach.”
When asked about balancing her personal life with professional commitments, Fatema emphasized the importance of setting clear boundaries and managing time effectively. “Balancing personal life with professional commitments as an influencer involves setting clear boundaries and managing time effectively. I prioritize my schedule, allocate specific times for work and personal activities, and ensure to take breaks to recharge. Open communication with friends and family about my commitments helps maintain a healthy balance.”
Fatema is excited about expanding her collaborations with top brands, exploring new creative projects, and growing her platform’s reach. “I’m excited about expanding my collaborations with top brands, exploring new creative projects, and growing my platform’s reach.”
For her Instagram feed, Fatema said, “For Instagram, I plan content in advance, style and photograph posts carefully, edit images for consistency, and write engaging captions. I also analyze performance to refine my strategy.”
When asked about challenges faced as a fashion influencer in Kuwait, Fatema said, “As a fashion influencer in Kuwait, I haven’t faced many challenges because my approach has always been to respect and represent local culture while engaging with international trends. By understanding local sensitivities and building strong relationships with both local and global brands, I’ve been able to navigate the fashion scene effectively.”
